History and Theory of the Documentary
Overview
Subject area
IMA
Catalog Number
70900
Course Title
History and Theory of the Documentary
Department(s)
Description
This course examines canonical films from the first 100 years of documentary filmmaking in their historical and theoretical context, and analyzes the formal and technological innovations of documentary's pioneers. The course also explores theintersections of documentary art with other art forms and considers the opportunities and responsibilities of a documentary storyteller.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Graduate
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
4
Requisites
024767